Fly private between Beijing and Shanghai from US$12,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Beijing (PEK) to Shanghai (PVG) and Shanghai to Beijing — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Beijing and Shanghai is about 1,099 km (683 miles), or 593 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Beijing–Shanghai spans US$12,500 – US$35,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 46m | 1h 35m – 1h 57m | ¥180,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 46m | ¥180,000 – ¥260,000 (~US$25,500 – US$35,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 45m | ¥200,000 – ¥280,000 (~US$28,000 – US$39,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 42m | ¥220,000 – ¥310,000 (~US$30,500 – US$42,500) | 8-10 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Beijing–Shanghai quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Beijing, China: Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Nanjiao Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport.
Shanghai, China: Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
| Beijing Capital International Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZBAA / PEK | ZSPD / PVG |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 116 ft | 13 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Beijing Nanjiao Airport (12,467 ft, 69 km) · Beijing Daxing International Airport (12,467 ft, 66 km) · Miyun/Mujiayu · Beijing Yanqing Airport · Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (11,154 ft, 45 km) · Jinshan City Beach Seaplane Base · Shanghai Tangchen Heliport · Aurora Plaza Helipad
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Beijing–Shanghai trip to its true flying time: 1h 46m.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide pricing on Beijing–Shanghai is published clearly: US$12,500 – US$35,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Beijing–Shanghai is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$12,500 – US$35,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 46m in the air over 1,099 km (683 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Beijing–Shanghai charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
